I told the dealer about windshield wipers. Since I had the truck for a month they would not fix the problem so I just hope windshield wipers come on when I need them. But I found out that I have to wiggle the wires to get them to work. I found that out one day with my kids.
1997 Chevrolet S10 visibility complaints
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Windshield wipers dont work when it's raining.
Windshield wipers worked intermittently, resulting in loss of visibility during inclement weather. Dealership examined vehicle, and found that windshield wiper circuit board was faulty. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
While driving in rain windshield wipers suddenly stopped. Consumer stopped vehicle, and jiggled wires and wipers came back on. Consumer has contacted dealer, and they said it was the circuit board going to windshield wiper motor. Please provide any further information.
Windshield wipers would not operate during a sudden thunderstorm resulting in reduced visibilty to the point it was necessary to pull off to the side of the rode. Wipers later functioned normally, apprears that dampness may have affected their operation. This situation creates an extremely hazardous condition.
Transmission failed approx. $1000.00 to repair . Alternator went out approx. $175.00 to replace. Windshield wipers only work 25% of the time.. Many times when it is raining. Not repaired. Cruise control does not work at all. Not repaired. Backup lights(bulbs and fuses good) not working. Not repaired. We can only afford to repair the items that have to be repaired.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and the manufacturer has been notified. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Please provide additional information.
While using windshield wipers and without any indication windshield wipers would stop working. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
Whenever windshield wipers are in use they would stop on their own. Sometimes come back on by themselves. Would need to stop vehicle and get out and jiggle wires/ windshield wiper motor or blades themselves to get them going again. This would cause driver to have poor road visibility in rain.
Windshield wipers are more intermittent than they should be. Most of the time don't work at all, however if you keep trying to turn them on, maybe they'll work 7 maybe they won't. Can't depend on the wiper operation. Checked dealer for recall and none for this model. Why not?
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Windshield wipers comes on intermittently. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak consumer stateshe contacted three dealers for the part, two of them stated the parts were on back oder, consumer was told by manufacturer that becuase his vehicle was bilt at a certain plant, there is no recall, however there are recalls for the part but vehicle had to built at a certain plant in oder for recall to apply to consumer's vehicle.
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While driving in rainy weather conditions windshield wipers become inoperable cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Windshield wipers are inoperable, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Windshield wipers working intermittently. This results in inoperative wipers, and a reduction in driver's visibility, increasing risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall due to VIN. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Windshield wipers started and stopped at will. Presently stuck in middle of windshield.
Windshield wipers are working intermittently. Vehicle out of warranty.*ak but was not out of warranty when first happens.
I cannot believe that these windshield wiper problems have not been recalled. This is a very serious and dangerous problem. As many complaints as there are it is unbelievable that chevrolet is ignoring this very serious and costly defect.
Windshield wiper motor module subject to recalls for earlier model years. Replaced wiper motor module at own expense.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. Dealer has been notified. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Windshield wipers will intermittently fail when it rains. As soon as it dries up, windshield wipers will start. Please provide further information.
Windshield wipers working intermittently, problem can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility and increasing risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that part was not covered under a manufacturer's recall due to VIN. Please feel free to provide any further details.
Windshield wipers work intermittently, can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not cover under a manufacturer's recall due to VIN.
Airbag module flashed on and off intermittently when turning vehicle on. Dealership was aware of the problm with windshield wipers/washers.
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Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. A recall h as been issued on similar makes and models; however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
My wife and I were coming home from dinner when we encounterd a storm with haevy rains. It seems as if the wind shield wipers don't want to work when its damp or raining heavy. I called detroit and they advised me to go to the dealer I bought the truck from.as they had already lied to me , I took it to my mechanic. He knew what the problem was before I got it out of my mouth real good. He said it was a defective wiper motor and that he had to replace a couple a week. Detroit said that they had no knowledge of the problem. The company that my exterminater works for had the same problem and the nurse that takes care of my mom-in-law had the same problem. All vehicles are gm products. Will someone have to die before they acknowledge the problem. Believe me its not fun driving home in the rain at night.e.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the view of driver. A recall has been issued on earlier makes and models; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Manufacturer has been notified.
Intermittently windshield wipers will not move across the windshield, but motor continues to buzz. Sometimes windshield wipers quit working in the middle of operation. *ak
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